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Normal pH values - (CORRECT ANSWER)7.35-7.45



Normal PaCO2 values - (CORRECT ANSWER)35-45



Normal HCO3 values - (CORRECT ANSWER)22-26



Causes and Treatment of Respiratory Acidosis - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Too much CO2,
hypoventilation, or CNS depression (opioids)

-Supplemental oxygen and deep respirations



Potassium goes ___ in acidosis - (CORRECT ANSWER)Up



Causes and Treatment of Respiratory Alkalosis - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Too little CO2,
Hyperventilation (anxiety), fever, liver failure, or pain

-Slow deep breaths and treat underlying cause



Causes and Treatment of Metabolic Acidosis - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Lack of HCO3, diarrhea,
diabetic ketoacidosis, and renal failure

-Administer sodium bicarbonate cautiously, labs, vitals, and cardiac monitor



Causes and Treatment of Metabolic Alkalosis - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Too much HCO3,
vomiting, using too many antacids, hypokalemia, and NG suctioning

-Treat underlying cause



Fine Crackles - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Sounds like hair follicles rubbing together

-Inflammation of previously deflated lung tissue

-Caused by bronchitis, COPD, or pneumonia


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, Coarse Crackles - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Fluid in the lungs

-Caused by COPD, pulmonary edema, or heart failure



Wheezing - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Narrowing of the airways

-Caused by Asthma or COPD



Stridor - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Very loud and high-pitched

-Airway obstruction

-Very serious



Rhonchi - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Sounds like snoring

-Obstruction or secretions in the upper airways

-Caused by pneumonia, bronchitis, or masses



Pulmonary Friction Rub - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Sounds like grating or squeaking

-Inflammation of the pleural space

-Caused by pneumonia, lung malignancy, or pleurisy



Changes in Fluid and Electrolyte balance associated with aging - (CORRECT ANSWER)-
Increase fluid retention

-Decrease muscle mass



Hypovolemia Clinical Manifestations - (CORRECT ANSWER)-Dry mucous membranes

-Increased thirst

-High electrolytes


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